Rikstar Selects Week 43 2026 - Music Moguls: Masters of Pop (Melody Makers & Record Producers)

Music Moguls

Music Moguls episode 2/3: Masters of Pop (Melody Makers / Record Producers) - Music Moguls

Ever wondered what a music producer actually does? Most people hear a song and think of the artist, but behind nearly every big record there's a producer pulling the strings.

A producer is basically the architect of a track. They shape the sound, the vibe and the direction of the song, from picking the beats, the instruments and the arrangement, to coaching the artist in the booth to get that perfect take. Some producers write the melodies and build the whole thing from scratch, others are more like a coach and a director, bringing out the best in the artist and knowing exactly when a song is done. They're the ones who take a rough idea and turn it into a hit.

This documentary is part 2 of the Music Moguls series, Masters of Pop, and it digs into the melody makers and record producers behind the music, what they do, their role in the studio and how they've shaped the sound of pop.

The episode covers many of the world's leading legendary producers, and one of them is Mark Ronson, the mastermind behind a lot of the music from Amy Winehouse, Lily Allen, Bruno Mars and Adele, so you're getting it straight from one of the best to ever do it.

If you're a DJ, a bedroom producer or just love music, this is a must watch, as once you understand what the producer brings to the table, you'll never listen to a record the same way again. Grab a drink, get comfy and enjoy 🎧